Jordan Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Jordan generated 23.7 TWh of electricity in 2024, according to Ember. Gas was the largest source at 62.0%, followed by solar (16.6%) and other fossil (13.9%). Demand was 23.7 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 530 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2024; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Jordan generated 23.7 TWh of electricity in 2024.
- Gas supplied 62.0% of Jordan's electricity in 2024.
- Solar supplied 16.6% of Jordan's electricity in 2024.
- Other fossil supplied 13.9% of Jordan's electricity in 2024.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 24.1% of Jordan's generation in 2024.
- The carbon intensity of Jordan's electricity was 530 gCO2/kWh in 2024.
- Jordan's carbon intensity in 2024 was 20% lower than in 2000, when it was 658 gCO2/kWh.
- Jordan had the 77th highest electricity demand among the 197 countries with Ember data for 2024.
Key Figures, 2024
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 23.7 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 23.7 TWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 2.05 MWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Net imports | 60.0 GWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 530 gCO2/kWh | 2024 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 12.5 MtCO2 | 2024 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2024 data) | 77 of 197 | 2024 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2024
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | 14.7 TWh | 62.0% |
| Solar | 3.93 TWh | 16.6% |
| Other fossil | 3.30 TWh | 13.9% |
| Wind | 1.75 TWh | 7.4% |
| Hydro | 20.0 GWh | 0.1% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2024| Year | Gas | Solar | Other fossil | Wind | Hydro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 740 GWh | 0 TWh | 6.59 TWh | 0 TWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2001 | 770 GWh | 0 TWh | 6.73 TWh | 0 TWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2002 | 680 GWh | 0 TWh | 7.39 TWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2003 | 750 GWh | 0 TWh | 7.23 TWh | 0 TWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2004 | 4.49 TWh | 0 TWh | 4.41 TWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2005 | 5.30 TWh | 0 TWh | 4.29 TWh | 0 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2006 | 7.81 TWh | 0 TWh | 3.25 TWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2007 | 10.6 TWh | 0 TWh | 2.18 TWh | 0 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2008 | 11.9 TWh | 0 TWh | 2.22 TWh | 0 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2009 | 13.0 TWh | 0 TWh | 1.22 TWh | 0 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2010 | 10.5 TWh | 0 TWh | 4.19 TWh | 0 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2011 | 3.96 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.6 TWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2012 | 3.08 TWh | 0 TWh | 13.4 TWh | 0 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2013 | 4.34 TWh | 0 TWh | 12.9 TWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2014 | 1.30 TWh | 0 TWh | 16.9 TWh | 0 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 9.21 TWh | 50.0 GWh | 9.62 TWh | 120 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2016 | 16.6 TWh | 430 GWh | 2.17 TWh | 390 GWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2017 | 16.6 TWh | 910 GWh | 2.82 TWh | 450 GWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 17.0 TWh | 1.43 TWh | 1.26 TWh | 710 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 16.7 TWh | 2.06 TWh | 910 GWh | 880 GWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 16.0 TWh | 2.52 TWh | 830 GWh | 1.38 TWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 15.5 TWh | 3.29 TWh | 930 GWh | 1.60 TWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 16.5 TWh | 3.45 TWh | 860 GWh | 1.75 TWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 14.7 TWh | 3.45 TWh | 3.88 TWh | 1.75 TWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 14.7 TWh | 3.93 TWh | 3.30 TWh | 1.75 TWh | 20.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23.7 TWh | 23.7 TWh | 530 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 23.8 TWh | 23.8 TWh | 543 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 22.6 TWh | 22.6 TWh | 539 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 21.4 TWh | 21.6 TWh | 540 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 20.7 TWh | 20.9 TWh | 567 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 20.5 TWh | 20.7 TWh | 597 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 20.4 TWh | 20.5 TWh | 621 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 20.8 TWh | 20.8 TWh | 644 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 19.7 TWh | 20.0 TWh | 660 gCO2/kWh |
| 2015 | 19.1 TWh | 19.6 TWh | 667 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Jordan, 2000 to 2024
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2024.
Jordan Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Jordan?
Gas was the largest source of electricity in Jordan in 2024, supplying 62.0% of generation, followed by solar (16.6%) and other fossil (13.9%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Jordan use?
Jordan used 23.7 TWh of electricity in 2024, about 2.05 MWh per person.
How clean is Jordan's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Jordan emitted 530 gCO2/kWh in 2024, and low carbon sources supplied 24.1% of generation. That is 12% above the world average of 472 gCO2/kWh.
Does Jordan import electricity?
Yes. Jordan imported 60.0 GWh more electricity than it exported in 2024.